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Burlington International Airport

Burlington, United States

Where to start
Taxi via the airport's Ambassador/Taxi Booth, or Uber/Lyft from the signed pickup area

Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport (Leahy BTV) is in South Burlington, a short drive from downtown Burlington and the University of Vermont. Taxis are licensed by the airport; the Ambassador/Taxi Booth is in the main terminal across from Door 2. Uber and Lyft pick up from the airport's designated pickup area. There is currently no direct public bus to the terminal.

Ride Options

Taxi

taxi

Direct ride to Burlington, UVM or beyond

AvailabilityAirport-licensed taxis; booth across from Door 2
Pickup NoteAsk at the Ambassador/Taxi Booth across from Door 2.
Convenience
Relative costHigher cost

Uber

rideshare

App ride to Burlington and South Burlington

AvailabilityDesignated pickup area
Pickup NoteFollow the airport signs and the pickup point in the app.
Convenience
Relative costMid cost

Lyft

rideshare

App ride to Burlington and South Burlington

AvailabilityDesignated pickup area
Pickup NoteFollow the airport signs and the pickup point in the app.
Convenience
Relative costMid cost

Welcome Pickups

Pre-booked Transfer

Pre-booked transfer to Burlington, Stowe or the ski resorts

AvailabilityAvailable at Burlington Airport — book in advance
Pickup NoteYour driver meets you in arrivals with a name sign.
Convenience
Relative costCost varies

Hotel Shuttle

shuttle

Ride to participating hotels

AvailabilityOffered by some hotels
Pickup NoteConfirm pickup arrangements with your hotel.
Convenience
Relative costLower cost

Pickup Guidance

Rideshare

Uber and Lyft serve Leahy BTV from the airport's designated pickup area; follow the signs and the pickup point in the app.

Taxi

Airport-licensed taxis and car services serve the terminal. The Ambassador/Taxi Booth is in the main terminal, across from Door 2.

Shuttle

Some hotels and private shuttle or car services operate at the airport; reserve or confirm before arrival.

Transit

No current direct Green Mountain Transit route serves the terminal. The former #11 Airport route became the #11 City Connector on 25 August 2025 and no longer stops at the airport.

Private Transfer

Welcome Pickups offers pre-booked transfers with an arrivals meet.

Travel Extras

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Local Tips

  • The Ambassador/Taxi Booth is in the main terminal, across from Door 2.
  • Taxis serving the airport are licensed through the airport.
  • Uber and Lyft pick up from the airport's designated pickup area; follow the signs and your app.
  • GMT's former airport route no longer serves the terminal; older bus information is outdated.
  • Ride apps are much scarcer in Stowe and the ski towns — arrange your return ride in advance.

Tarmyq local tip

Heading to Stowe or a ski resort? It's a long ride, and Uber and Lyft are much scarcer outside Burlington — pre-book a shuttle, transfer or taxi, including for the return trip.

Frequently asked questions

Where do I get a taxi at Burlington Airport?

Airport-licensed taxis serve the terminal. Ask at the Ambassador/Taxi Booth in the main terminal, across from Door 2.

Do Uber and Lyft work at Burlington Airport?

Yes. They pick up from the airport's designated pickup area; follow the signs and your app.

Is there a bus from Burlington Airport to downtown?

Not directly. Green Mountain Transit's old airport route was replaced in August 2025, and the current route doesn't serve the terminal.

How do I get from Burlington Airport to Stowe?

By pre-booked transfer, shuttle, taxi or car service. Ride apps are much scarcer outside Burlington, so arrange your return ride too.